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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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I have many years experience as a nurse aide and caregiver. I've worked with all different kinds of special needs patients. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I'm also a mother of 5 :).
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Courtney G.


Wood River Junction, RI

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced Care Provider

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Hello! I'm Courtney. I live in Richmond with my husband and sweet little boys (1 & 3 y/o). I currently work in a daycare center and am looking to lessen my commute - (I drive 40+ minutes). I'd also like to go back to the roots of what I truly love - caring for families in a home setting. I am hoping to find a family that...
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"Courtney worked part time in my home for me watching my twin boys (age 5) until Covid. She was always on time, engaging and educational-oriented. She took the boys to the playgrounds, parks and library. She was...

Reviewed by Kristin B.

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Kallie W.


Norwich, CT

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Creator

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I have 4 years of experience as a camp counselor. I love being outside and planning activities that are fun for children of all ages. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping or whatever else you may need. Im currently a marine science teacher looking for extra hours! Comfortable with children of all ages and/or have special...
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Nichole B.


Coventry, RI

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

I Love Kids And Animals

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I am I mom of 4 grown daughters and I been working with adults with special needs for over 25 years I'm looking for a job that I love
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Madison C.


Coventry, RI

$24-33/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi my names Madison! I have over 10 years experience with babysitting children, elderly and also people with special needs. I love being involved with school work and also sports and always loved the outdoors! reliable with my work schedule and also I have a reliable car
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Karen S.


Putnam, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

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I'm a mom of 8 children all grown and on their own. I have 8 grandchildren that I have helped care for. Experience with special needs. Have worked at Trudeau, and cranston arc. Patient and compassionate and love children. Reliable and flexible !!
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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

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I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...
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Tasia W.


Exeter, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available With 10+ Years Of Experience!

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I am a 34 yr old female that has been working with typical and special needs children for the last 15 years. I have experience as a nanny/caregiver for children of all ages. I have a Masters Degree in Education/Psychology and also spent 10 years working as a behavior therapist with children with autism. I am currently a...
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Jon B.


Coventry, RI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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I have experience working with more acute cases of special needs from working at Bradley Hospital, a facility for acute psychiatric adolescent services. Many of the patients I cared for had Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as various behavioral and sensory disorders. I have a passion for this type of care because of these...
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Kimberly M.


Windham, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse

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I am a retired nurse looking for occasional jobs . I have worked in many different settings from group homes to hospitals and clinics as well as pediatric experiences .
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Athena C.


Coventry, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid Available For You!!!

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Hello all. I have worked with the elderly for 10 I have also been working with children and adults with special needs for 8 years now. I am very patient and understanding. I do it all no worries. A day usually consists of ADLS , meds , house keeping , cooking all 3 meals. I am certified in MAP, CPR, HHA hope to hear from you...

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I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
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Athena C.


Coventry, RI

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

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I have always loved working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have worked in a school with children with special needs. I was a nanny for 3 years and enjoyed it very much. I am CPR first aid certified. I also have my HHA certificate looking forward to chatting thanks Athena
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Christie C.


Chaplin, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I worked full-time as an aide for middle aged twins who had Developmental Disabilities and Muscular Dystrophy. This position ended recently when the twins passed away within 2 months of each other. In my role as an aide, I assist with ADLs and with both a respiratory and exercise program, escorted them into the community and to...
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Nichole B.


Coventry, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I'm Nichole and I'm 50 years old. I grew up with a brother with a disability so I was raised around Special Olympics and children with disabilities later went on to Work at perspectives and group homes and day programs and then took in a client to live with me for an SLA for the past six years, she recently moved back home with...
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Emma C.


Chepachet, RI

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

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I have experience caring for disabled children ranging from mental disabilities to physical disabilities.
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Joyce P.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attenders,home Health Aide Available For Housekeeping And Meal Prep And A Nanny

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I have been a CNA for 25 years and a Direct support professional at key humans services , Oak hill and whole life facility I have experience with dementia , Alzheimer's and rehab patients and special needs patients also with traumatic brain injury patients I love my profession and have a very caring and nurturing personality....

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I grow up a brother special needs. I spent many years around children with disabilities and Special Olympics. I later went on to work at perspectives for 15 years taking care of adults with disabilities after I had an adult with disability living with me for six years and I am taking care of a 91-year-old woman with dementia...
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Alexis S.


Norwich, CT

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a current graduate student studying child psychology and also have a bachelor's in child and adolescent development. During the week I work full time in healthvare but am open to weekends or weekday mornings. I am CPR and first aid certified through the red cross and have advanced wound care training through classes in...
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Casey W.


Putnam, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter!

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Hi I'm Casey from Putnam. I am fun, reliable, and patient. I have 10+ years of experience in childcare. I can help with a wide variety of tasks like tutoring, cooking, travel and light housekeeping. I am currently furloughed from my current job and I am looking to pick up some hours doing something I love. When my job picks up...

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